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> between wind energy from West Texas and the Gulf Coast, and solar energy across the state, Texas could meet a significant portion of its electricity demand from renewable power without extensive battery storage. The reason: These sources generate power at different times of day, meaning that coordinating them could replace production from coal-fired plants.

Under ideal conditions, or even on cloudy, calm days?

If it's only on certain days, the headline and this quote are misleading.



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